Education is a partnership between the school, the student, and the family, and your involvement is invaluable in helping your student thrive academically. Research consistently shows that students perform better in school when their families are actively engaged in their education. Your encouragement, support, and involvement make a significant difference in your student's academic journey.

Here are a few ways you can support your student academically:

• Establishing a Routine: Encourage your student to establish a consistent study routine at home. Setting aside dedicated time each day for homework, studying, and reading can help reinforce good study habits and improve academic performance.
• Creating a Positive Learning Environment: Provide a quiet, well-lit space at home where your student can study and complete homework assignments without distractions. A positive learning environment can enhance focus and productivity.
• Monitoring Progress: Stay informed about your student's progress in school by regularly checking their grades, assignments, and communication from teachers. If you notice any challenges or areas where your student may need extra support, don't hesitate to reach out to their teachers or academic advisors for guidance.
• Encouraging Curiosity and Lifelong Learning: Foster a love of learning in your student by encouraging curiosity and exploration beyond the classroom. Visit museums, libraries, and educational events together, and engage in discussions about various topics to inspire intellectual curiosity.
• Open Communication: Maintain open lines of communication with your student's teachers and school administration. If you have any questions, concerns, or suggestions regarding your student's academic progress or well-being, don't hesitate to reach out. We are here to support you and your student every step of the way.

At WES, we are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing learning environment where every student can reach their full potential. By working together as a team, we can help your student achieve academic success and thrive both inside and outside the classroom.

Thank you for your continued partnership and dedication to your student's education. Together, we can make a positive difference in your student's academic journey.

#SOARingtogether

B. Gantt

Our mission is to cultivate a caring community that utilizes a multitude of teaching and learning experiences to prepare children for their next adventure.

1. We believe that everyone deserves to feel safe, valued, and appreciated.
2. We believe that all children deserve a high quality education.
3. We believe in collaboration and making connections.

Staying Safe

Owning Your Actions

Acting Responsibly

Respecting Everyone & Everything

• In response to a two lane drop off... We are looking at how we can speed up our car rider drop off in the morning. It may be difficult to organize a two lane drop off; however, it would be helpful if students opened their doors in the morning. We want to be able to open as many doors as possible in the morning, but are unable to do so. It is alright if students got themselves out if there's not a staff member nearby. This would help in speeding up the drop off line.

• In response to parent-teacher communication... We encourage families to reach out to teachers to conference how their children are doing in the classroom. Our teachers send out weekly notifications that are to be more general in nature. If you would like to have specific updates on your child, please reach out to your child's teacher to schedule a conference.

• In response to a new student packet... We are working on a school pamphlet for our new families.

• When turning right into the school, please get into the gravel even if there are no cars in line. Deputy Tucker is unable to stop cars going behind because they can not see her and do not have time to slow down.

• For those entering, turning left into the school, please have your turn signal on in advance and before you reach the school entrance. This will allow Deputy Tucker to know where you are going and see how many cars need to turn in and how much space is needed.

Thank you for your cooperation.

Here are some friendly reminders:

• Have your students awake, and prepared with backpack and jackets on before arriving to a stop to unload.
• Please say your good-byes before then as well!
• Only use the "big" loop as opposed to the smaller loop, unless your family has been specifically asked to enter that way.
• Upon departure, please take a right turn only. There are places down Gaillard Rd. to take a turn to return to 17A.
• Also, doors are to close at the 7:20 tardy bell, so it is recommended that your vehicle be in the loop by 7:15 to ensure timeliness at the door. Remember, our staff begins unloading cars at 6:50.
  

Thank you for your efforts!

Monday, February 26: SIC Meeting

Thursday, February 29: Boosterthon Kick-Off Day

Wednesday, March 6: Early Release Day

Thursday, March 7: PTO Board Meeting

Friday, March 8: Boosterthon Fun Run!

Thursday, March 14: PTO Meeting

Thursday, March 14: End of 3rd Quarter

Friday, March 15: Teacher Work Day

As a school, we practice Positive Behavior Interventions & Supports (PBIS). We seek to emphasize student practicing appropriate behaviors, and celebrate them through a number of ways, including students being able to earn SOAR Bucks. With their SOAR Bucks, students can purchase items from our Wise Owls Store.

We have students who earn 100 SOAR Bucks and elect to create a (voluntary) School Spirit Week. Our School Spirit Weeks are completely optional, but we encourage our students and faculty and staff to have a fun time 😀 #SOARingtogether!

Thursday, March 21: Report Cards Sent Home

Monday, March 25: SIC Meeting

Friday, March 29: Half Day for Students

Monday, April 1 - Friday, April 5: Spring Break

Our Whitesville Wise Owl Fun Run fundraiser is kicking off soon! Lookout for more information in the coming weeks. For now, mark your calendars with these key dates!

• REGISTRATION OPENS - 02/15/2024 Register on MYBOOSTER.COM - If Whitesville reaches 30% registration by 2/29, your principals will get pied in the face at the Pep Rallies!
• Whitesville Wise Owl Fun Run Kickoff - 02/29/2024
• Event Day - 03/08/2024

All students in grades K-12 who are determined to have limited English proficiency - based upon the completion of a Home Language Survey and the initial assessment of their English proficiency - must take ACCESS for ELLs® or Alternate ACCESS each spring.

The testing window for ACCESS for ELLs® or Alternate ACCESS began on January 22 and goes through March 8, 2024.

If you have any questions regarding ACCESS for ELLs® or Alternate ACCESS, please contact Ms. Debbie Gallagher @ gallagherd@bcsdschools.net.

Every month WES students will learn about a character word. This month, the word of the month is Kindness & Compassion.

Kindness & Compassion means being courteous, considerate, and helpful to others. The platinum rule: find out how others would like to be treated, and treat them accordingly. Our Wise Owls will learn what sympathy looks like and sounds like, and understand the importance of showing sympathy and concern for others.

Ask your child who has been kind to them. Ask your child who has been compassionate to them.

“South Carolina Compulsory Attendance Law requires that a parent or guardian shall require his child to attend regularly a public or private school or kindergarten of this State which has been approved by the State Board of Education, a member school of the South Carolina Independent Schools and Association, a member school of the South Carolina Association of Christian Schools, or some similar organization, or a parochial, denominational, or church-related school, or other programs which have been approved by the State Board of Education f rom the school year in which the child is five years of age before September first until the child attains his seventeenth birthday or graduates from high school.”

We love our Volunteers! Please make sure to complete the BCSD Volunteer Clearance Check at https://apps.raptortech.com/Apply/Nzplbi1VUw== in order to volunteer!

Do you have a bachelor's degree? You could be a teacher in Berkeley County!

There will be two alternative certification info sessions for prospective teachers. The first session will be held virtually on October 18 at 6 p.m., and the second will be on November 1 at 4:30 p.m. at our main office in Moncks Corner.

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